How To Fix AP205 - You can only assign WBS elelments from level 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 205

• Message text: You can only assign WBS elelments from level 1

What causes this issue?

You tried to assign a WBS element to a capital investment program
position. However, this WBS element has a level higher than 1. This
means that the WBS element has WBS elements that are above it in the
hierarchical structure in the work breakdown structure.
However, you are only allowed to assign WBS elements of level 1.

System Response

The assignment is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Please only assign level 1 WBS elements.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP205 - You can only assign WBS elelments from level 1 ?

  The SAP error message AP205 ("You can only assign WBS elements from level 1") typically occurs when you are trying to assign a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element that is not at the appropriate level for the operation you are attempting to perform. This error is common in project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project structures and their hierarchies.
  
  Cause:
  
  WBS Level Restriction: The error indicates that the system only allows the assignment of WBS elements that are at level 1 (the top level) of the project hierarchy. If you are trying to assign a WBS element that is at a lower level (e.g., level 2 or 3), the system will reject the operation.
  Incorrect Project Structure: The project structure may not be set up correctly, or you may be trying to assign a WBS element that is not intended for the specific operation you are performing.
  Configuration Settings: There may be